You’ve seen these 12 things, but you had no idea they had names!

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The shock factor You've seen these 12 things, but you had no idea they had names! 4 min. Ever notice how some everyday objects or sensations seem to lack a name? You use them, experience them, and see them all the time—yet you never stop to think about what they're actually called. And when you have to talk about them, you end up using a bunch of words to describe them rather than the specific word. Well, prepare to be amazed: here are twelve things you never knew had their own official names! Read full article

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